One of the most important things to remember about mental illness is people can and do recover.
Recovery is cited, within Transforming Mental health Care in America, Federal Action Agenda: First Steps, as the “single most important goal” for the mental health service delivery system.
Mental health recovery is a journey of healing and transformation enabling a person with a mental health problem to live a meaningful life in a community of his or her choice while striving to achieve his or her full potential (SAMHSA statement on Recovery).
1. Self-Direction
2. Individualized and Person-Centered
3. Empowerment
4. Holistic
5. Non-Linear
6. Strengths-Based
7. Peer Support
8. Respect
9. Hope
10. Resources